Explore on your own rating
You dock in town and glacier shuttles are simple to book. Just book them before you arrive.
Where ships dock
- Downtown berths on S. Franklin Street (AS, CT and Franklin docks)
- AJ Dock (about 1–1.5 miles south; shuttle)
Getting to town
Downtown berths put you right on S. Franklin Street, with shops, restaurants and tour pickups steps away. From AJ Dock, take the shuttle (free or about $5 all day, depending on line) or walk about 25–30 minutes through an industrial area.
Mendenhall Glacier is about 12–13 miles out. Private glacier shuttles from the terminal take about 30 minutes each way, and permits are limited, so book ahead. The Capital Transit city bus is $2 but can take up to 1.5 hours each way, including a 1.5-mile walk from the nearest stop.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: U.S. dollar.
Top sights nearby
- Mendenhall Glacier and Nugget Falls trail
- Whale-watching in the channel (tour)
- Alaska State Museum
- Mount Roberts Tramway (check status; one source reports it closed)
Beaches
- No swimming beaches. Try the Mendenhall Lake shore or Sandy Beach (Douglas) for a walk.
Safety & tips
- Glacier shuttle permits are capped. Book in advance.
- Bring rain gear; Juneau is wet.
- Check your berth: AJ Dock needs a shuttle.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Glacier trips take about 3 hours round trip. Be back 30 minutes before all-aboard; from AJ Dock add shuttle time.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.